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David Faust’s policy on postal banking

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Should the U.S. Postal Service offer basic banking services to the public?

  Party’s support baseYes

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Very strongly agree

Yes

The Democratic Party platform has formally supported the re-introduction of postal banking to increase financial inclusion for underserved communities. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Very strongly agree

Yes, provide a safe alternative for unbanked Americans currently exploited by predatory payday lenders

This reflects a primary Democratic argument: that postal banking provides a vital alternative to payday lenders who often charge exorbitant interest rates. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Strongly agree

Yes, create a new revenue stream to stabilize the USPS budget without raising taxes

Democrats frequently support modernizing the USPS to find new revenue sources to ensure its long-term viability without service cuts. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Strongly disagree

No, the government should not compete directly with private businesses and community banks

Democrats generally prioritize public interest and consumer protection over the protection of private banking profit margins in underserved areas. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Very strongly disagree

No

Opposition to postal banking contradicts the Democratic Party's stated goals of expanding access to affordable financial services for the unbanked. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Very strongly disagree

No, expanding the federal government's role into banking is a dangerous step toward socialism

The Democratic Party views public options for essential services as a pragmatic solution for consumer welfare rather than a dangerous ideological shift. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Very strongly disagree

No, the USPS is already failing to deliver mail efficiently and cannot be trusted with financial services

Democrats typically defend the USPS as an essential service and reject the narrative that it is failing, often blaming its financial issues on legislative mandates. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

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Party’s support base

Democratic Party Voters’ Answer: Yes

Importance: Less Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 154 voters that identify as Democratic.

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